A:AnswerNo. Modern, high efficiency washing machines do not use agitators. They the bottom of the drum rotates independently of the rest of the drum and rubs the clothes against each other and the plastic on the bottom to achieve the same effect while the rest of the drum is designed to move the clothes from the top to the bottom so everything gets washed. In doing so, they use about 1/3 the amount of water, saving you money.
A:AnswerI hate that about this washer. I want my clothes COVERED. The setting I was told to use when I called LG is called "Bulky/Bedding." You can always hit the add water button which is not easy to figure out because they call it "Water plus" and not "add or extra water," which I think would have been easier to figure out. BUT you have to go back after you have selected it and make sure it does add extra water. That is a pain in my behind that I was NOT expecting when I bought this machine. If I had it to do all over again, I would not have bought this machine.
I hate all of its pre-programmed settings and wish I had just stuck with the old fashioned kind that you could open the lid and add an item without having to waste valuable time standing there while it finishes spinning to unlock the lid. I also don't like that it won't start filling the water as you are adding clothes.
A:AnswerHello MC.
Thank you once more for your inquiry.
Yes, the LG Electronics LG - TurboWash 5.2 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle Mega-Capacity High-Efficiency Top-Loading Washer, Model # WT5480CW is a direct drive motor that has a 10 year limited warranty...IFV
A:AnswerI've had this washer for a month and I haven't had any issues with clothes being tangled together when I pull them out. When I put the clothes in initially, I make sure that they are layered and not just tossed in as a whole. Maybe that helps. Good luck.
A:AnswerThe manual says either powder or liquid can be used. There is an insert in the tray that you have to remove if using powder, but otherwise it should work the same. I have used liquid only in my machine.
A:AnswerI am 5'4" and I can get the laundry out. I would measure but I am actually doing a load right now. I do have to really reach down there to get the last bit of clothes. Its a very nice sized drum!
A:AnswerHello Sparrow.
The correct cubic foot capacity for the LG - TurboWash 5.0 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle Mega-Capacity High-Efficiency Top-Loading Washer, Model # WT5480CW is 5.0 cubic feet. Best has this correctly listed as 5.0 cubic feet...^IFV
A:AnswerYep. Same thing happened to me while we were away from home. Came home 2 hours later to a flooded house because the "Water Inlet Valve" malfunctioned.
Known issue on many LG Washing machines. Damage was in excess of $10k to my home.
If you are going to keep this machine I would highly recommend "baby sitting" it to make sure each cycle complete as they should to prevent any damage to your home.
We have a life to live and will not sit home to "baby sit" a washing machine so we opted for a non-LG machine.
Hope this helps...
A:AnswerNormal cycle takes about 40-45 minutes after it gets started (takes about a minute for it to find weight/balance of load before initiating cycle). If washing with cold or tap cold water it adds a LOT of extra time to the cycle
A:AnswerWe regret to read that your ENERGY STAR® Qualified LG 5.0 cu.ft. MEGA Capacity TurboWash® Washer, Model # WT5480CW is making noises during the wash and rinse cycles. Squeaking sounds like that may be because the suspension rods need to either just be greased with a lithium grease or that the rods may need to be replaced. It could be something else and the machine will need to be insoected to determine the cause. If you have any experience on working on washers, you may be able to resolve this by greasing the suspension rods or replacing them yourself otherwise you may need to contact our Call Representatives at our Customer Interactive Center (800) 243-0000 and schedule a repair service with them or you can visit us at http://www.lg.com/us/support/repair-service/find-repair-provider to find a local repair service center who can perform the service...^IFV
A:AnswerYou can check the price for a two year and five year Geek Squad Protection plan by clicking on "Protection & Services" under the picture of the washing machine.
Thanks!
